LISINOPRIL Tablet: Treats High Blood Pressure and Heart Failure; and also Given to Reduce the Risk of Death after a Heart Attack

“Although, your health condition may impact your everyday life, do not let it define who you are.” Lisinopril is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. Lowering blood pressure can reduce the risk of strokes and heart attacks. Lisinopril works by blocking a substance in the body that causes the blood vessels to tighten. As a result, lisinopril relaxes the blood vessels. This lowers blood pressure and increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart. Lisinopril is also used to help treat heart failure. It is also used in some patients after a heart attack. After a heart attack, some of the heart muscle is damaged and weakened. The heart muscle may continue to weaken as time goes by. This makes it more difficult for the heart to pump blood. Lisinopril may be started within 24 hours after a heart attack to increase survival rate. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription. Thanks and may you have a good understanding about this drug—Lisinopril. You may want to share this book with your family and friends who may be in need of help and would want to use this medicine. Take care, and as always, be well!